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May 16, 2008

Kentucky Accidents involving Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles

There’s no argument that the American civil justice system is the best in the world. But even the best systems of law are riddled with loopholes and caveats that can be used to further the interests of the powerful, while leaving ordinary people unprotected and exposed to the harsh terms of injustice. In cases of personal injury, these legal loopholes are vigorously exploited by the insurance industry. To elude their pledges of financial support and care when serious injury strikes, insurers have made a science of injustice, hiring the best legal minds to ensure that the laws of the land become vehicles for their own quarterly profit targets, not the needs and rights of the wrongfully injured.

In Kentucky, Daryl T. Dixon is an attorney who believes that the injured deserve the same level of skilled and tenacious legal representation that insurance companies spend tens of millions on each year. Daryl has devoted his career to leveling the playing field for the injured, and helping American justice reach the powerful potential it is intended to have for those who need it most.

Because car, motorcycle and truck accidents are among the top causes of accidental injury and death, insurance companies focus much of their “damage control” efforts on this area of claims handling. In turn, Daryl fights hard to challenge insurers when they lose sight of their financial obligations to car accident injury victims, and ensure that the injured have a fighting chance at physical and emotional recuperation. Families throughout Kentucky can vouch for Daryl’s successful efforts on their behalf in:

Car Accidents: For Many Insurers, Claims Handling is a One-Way Street

In the obnoxious barrage of ads that insurance companies serve up to us everyday, the message is always consistent: “Choose our insurance company, and you’ll save money.” What these clever ads often omit is that the money you hand over each month in premiums and deductions from your wages could very well be money wasted. Each year, tens of thousands in Kentucky injured in car accidents discover the cold fact that while getting an affordable car insurance policy may be a simple matter, counting on your insurer to be there if crisis strikes can become a crisis in itself. When it does, you need a skilled and experienced car accident attorney.

In any motor vehicle accident resulting in injury or death, an important role of an attorney is to help the plaintiff determine who was at fault in the accident. In the event of car accidents, it is crucial to have an attorney with a full understanding of a driver’s responsibility behind the wheel, and who will use the evidence to make a compelling case for negligence when injury or death occurs.

Attorneys with experience in car accident injury cases understand the broad impact that these types of injuries can have on their victims. Car accidents remain the leading cause of brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and other violent injuries, and at a time when medical treatment for such injuries is at inflationary levels, a skilled attorney is now essential to making sure those funds become available.

Daryl T. Dixon can help those in Kentucky who are struggling to be heard by their insurance companies. If you’re being wrongfully cheated out of money you need for an injury, Daryl will spell out your case loud and clear to your insurer, and respond through effective legal channels if the insurer refuses to honor its obligations to you. For help with a car accident injury in Kentucky, contact Daryl today.

Truck Accidents:

Truck accidents that cause injury or death are handled differently under the law compared to car and motorcycle accidents. Because trucks are commercial vehicles, owned by and the responsibility of companies rather than individuals, a truck driver’s conduct behind the wheel is held to more stringent standards of care than other drivers using public roadways. This means that when an accident does occur, truck accident injury attorneys have the ability to obtain higher awards for their clients from trucking companies and their insurers.

Because most trucks conduct interstate travel, they are governed by the regulations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). With public dollars, the FMCSA is tasked with defining, enforcing and fining for violations among drivers and/or owners of trucks, buses, large vans and other large vehicles. But recently, there have been concerns about the FMCSA’s commitment to its task. In May 2006, Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety (AHAS) sent a letter to Congress that cast doubt the data and reporting of the Large Truck Crash Causation Study. The LTCCS is the FMCSA’s annual report to Congress on the state of the nation’s highways.

Other advocacy groups have complained about the malaise and ineffectual efforts of the FMCSA in recent years. But when the federal government has an agenda that is unswervingly pro-business, agencies and departments that protect public safety are nearly always short on funds, as well as the courage to make an effective stand for the safety of Americans.

When federal government policy fails to protect the roads of Kentucky from inattentive, intoxicated, reckless or even unconscious truck drivers; from improperly loaded trucks, big rigs and 18-wheelers; or defects in the wheels, tires, brakes or other part of a truck itself, Daryl T. Dixon can those injured as a result obtain justice. For help with a truck accident injury claim in Kentucky, contact Daryl today.

Motorcycle Accidents

Riding a motorcycle is a choice, and it comes with inherent risks. Most of us who ride motorcycles are certainly aware of these risks and do everything that we can to minimize the dangers. We obey the helmet laws where we have to, and we wear protective clothing. We keep our headlights on in the daytime and make sure that we can be clearly seen. We maintain smart intervals between our bikes and other cars and make sure our paths are clear when we change lanes. In short, we do everything right, because we know that failure to do so can have much more dire consequences for us than for those driving cars or SUVs. But being a safe and conscientious motorcyclist doesn’t guarantee that other drivers will behave the same way.

Since many motorcycle accidents can involve brain injury, spinal cord injury, severe road rash, burns and other violent and catastrophic injuries requiring long-term medical treatment, it’s important to have legal representation to make sure that there are no delays or gaps in getting your medical bills paid quickly. It is also important to have someone who can recognize an inadequate settlement offer, and someone who can help you recover lost wages or get your motorcycle repaired.

Daryl T. Dixon believes in the rights of motorcyclists, and can help motorcyclists obtain justice and compensation for their injuries. In Kentucky, contact Daryl today for legal assistance with your motorcycle accident injury.

Library for Kentucky Accidents involving Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles:

• Kentucky's Ultimate Guide To Buying Car Insurance--Part One [PDF]   
  Description: Kentucky's Ultimate Guide To Buying Car Insurance. You will learn all that you need to know, what coverages are required and what coverages that you must have.
• Kentucky Hit and Run Law is Now a Felony [PDF]   
  Description: Governor Steve Beshear sined a new bill into law today that makes leaving the scene of a Kentucky Hit and Run Accident a Class D Felony.
• Something is Missing From the List of the Safest Cars of 2007   
  Description: None of the safest cars of 2007 were made in America.
• SUV HITS BUS HEAD ON OUTSIDE OF MONTGOMERY ALABAMA   
  Description: Paducah Bus Crash Attorney, Daryl T. Dixon, discusses the Bus Crash outside of Montgomery Alabama, and the possible causes of action for those injured and involved.
• Paducah Semi-Truck and Interstate Trucking Litigation Attorney Discusses Paducah Semi-Truck Wreck that Injures Local Resident Amber Dodson   
  Description: Paducah Semi-Truck and Interstate Trucking Litigation Attorney Discusses Paducah Semi-Truck Wreck that Injures Local Resident Amber Dodson
• July 4th: A Busy and Dangerous Travel Time   
  Description: Tips for keeping yourself and your family safe while traveling this July 4th weekend.
• Kentucky Bus Crash Now Leaves Two Dead While Many Remain In Critical Conditon   
  Description: Kentucky Accident Attorney, Daryl T. Dixon, provides explanation of how the victims of the Kentucky Bus Crash near Bowling Green Kentucky may have wrongful death claims for the two lost loved ones.
• Kentucky Car Wreck Attorney Releases Controversial Article on 'Ambulance Chasers' [PDF]   
  Description: Daryl T. Dixon speaks out against 'ambulance chasers.'
• FIVE SIMPLE QUESTIONS THAT INSURANCE COMPANIES WILL NOT ANSWER ABOUT PERSONAL INJURY [PDF]   
  Description: Five questions and answers that will enable the client to have a better understanding of insurance adjusters and their goals.
• Donna Nanny Appeals to the Kentucky Supreme Court [PDF]   
  Description: The following is the Appellate's Brief filed by attorney Daryl T. Dixon on behalf of Donna Nanny in a civil action fighting for Nanny's right to recover for damages received from a car accident.
• Kentucky Court of Appeals rules against Nanny, affirming Trial Court Decision [PDF]   
  Description: The following is the opinion from the Kentucky Court of Appeals, in which the Court affirms the Graves Circuit Court's dismissal of Nanny's case.
• Nanny urges Supreme Court to review her case. [PDF]   
  Description: The following is Nanny's Motion for Discretionary Review, in which she urges the Supreme Court to review the dismissal of her case by both the Trial and Appellate Court level.
• 10.4 million verdict   
  Description: Burke family recieved 10.4 million verdict for injuries caused by towing an unsafe U-haul towing dolly.
• Colossus Software: Insurance Software for Bad Faith   
  Description: Insurance companies use an automated database software to determine what they will offer to settle your claim. This means that adjusters with no experience can use this program and make you an offer without even leaving their desks. This is good for insurers, and very bad for you.
• FREE SPECIAL REPORT: 5 Simple Questions that Insurance Companies will not Answer about Kentucky Personal Injury Cases   

Frequent Questions for Kentucky Accidents involving Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles:

• I was in a car accident and it wasn’t my fault. Should I file a lawsuit?
• The insurance company of the driver is offering me a check. Should I accept it?
• The insurance company wants me to make a statement. What should I do?
• How long do I have to file or settle my claim?
• What should I do if an insurance adjuster wants me to give a statement?

Web Resources for Kentucky Accidents involving Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles:

• Accident Lawyers Online

  Description: Accident Lawyers online, Personal Injury specialists in the UK, the fast, simple and effective way to claim compensation.

• Kentucky Personal Injury

  Description: Western Kentucky Injury Board is a law blog or blawg that updates daily with Kentucky Personal Injury Informtaion. It is written by Attorney Daryl T. Dixon and articles deal with Kentucky Auto Accidents, Semi Truck Accidents and Kentucky Wrongful Death Claims.

• Paducah Personal Injury Attorney

  Description: This law blog or blawg is written by Paducah Kentucky Personal Injury Attorney Daryl T. Dixon. It is updated with information daily detailing Paducah Personal Injury News. The blog focuses on Paducah Auto Accidents, Paducah Semi Truck Accidents, Paducah Car Wreck Law and Paducah Wrongful Death Claims

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